Class 11: How Should I Address Safety in my Classes?

Learning Goals:

• Describe the legal and ethical responsibilities of science teachers for the welfare of their students, the proper treatment of animals, and the maintenance and disposal of materials.
• List safe and proper techniques for the preparation, storage, dispensing, supervision, and disposal of all materials used in science instruction.
• Review safety procedures appropriate for the activities and the abilities of students.

Due before class:

• Complete unit plan drafts.

Activities

• Online Discussion: View the science reform voicethread and prepare to share your reactions.
• Unit Plan Questions?
• Grading/ST Clearance Update
• Collaborative Project: New Teacher Safety Materials
  
• Apply safety knowledge to some classroom scenarios.
  

Due This Week

• Finalize unit plans before next Monday.
• Read Collaboration article
• Be prepared to present a five minute description of your unit to the class.